The Playoffs' False Promise: How a Larger Field Masks Deeper Problems The College Football Playoff (CFP) has been touted as a more inclusive system than its BCS predecessor.
However, beneath the surface lies a false sense of competition created by this expansion. While smaller schools have increased chances of making a deep run, the road to the CFP remains treacherous for most teams.
Notre Dame's automatic bid is a prime example of this trend. The Irish have long been a perennial powerhouse, and their inclusion should come as no surprise.